Pet Central

Cat Behaviour, BOREDOM & FOOD

Modern domestic household pet cats come in many different colours, breeds and sizes as a result of their genetics and human breeding programmes. more...

How to Avoid Pet Poisoning

Pet poisoning is an emergency situation that needs veterinary attention as soon as possible. Here is the top 10 list of most common poisoning seen among cats and dogs according to the America Pet Poison Helpline. America Pet Poison Helpline more...

Pamper your Pet!

What owner doesn’t love to pamper their pet? However, grooming isn’t as luxurious as you think. It’s a pet’s basic needs and a important part of pet ownership. To maintain shedding, body temperature regulation, hygiene and health, there are a whole host of reasons why you need to groom. more...

ENVIRONMENTAL AND BEHAVIOURAL ENRICHMENT

The way pets are raised and cared for today has changed drastically over the past 25-30 years. I remember as a child, as I am sure many of you in this room do as well, how the neighbourhood dogs would roam the streets to mingle and ‘socialize’ themselves with each other, people, other animals and the sights and sounds of the neighbourhood. more...

Nutritional needs of Pregnant Animals

It is vital to ensure that the breeding female is of a good body condition before mating. It will ensure a higher chance of conception as well as the ability to carry healthy puppies/kittens to full-term. A mom of poor body condition—underweight, overweight or nutritionally deficient—may give birth to puppies/kittens that are too small or too large, more...

Enjoy the Rain with Your Dog!

Rainy days are not necessarily gloomy and sad. You could still don your wet weather gear and bring the dogs out for a walk/run/hike. more...